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I’m expecting a baby
Are you expecting a baby? It’s wonderful news that you should share with your loved ones without delay. The arrival of a baby is a true source of happiness and pride for a couple, but it can also bring about financial, material, and sometimes even physical concerns.
To ensure that every future parent can fully enjoy the joy of pregnancy, here is a guide to help you experience this magical moment without stress. These tips and information will undoubtedly be useful.
I organize…
Maternity will bring changes to a woman’s body, but also to her character. Understanding what is happening and knowing the mechanisms that govern pregnancy helps to better overcome anxieties.
To stay organized and welcome the baby with peace of mind, it is important to take care of certain steps.
At the professional level
If you work, continue your activities unless advised otherwise by your doctor. Meeting colleagues, facing new challenges, or maintaining your performance levels can be a source of motivation. Also, start informing yourself about the procedures to complete before going on maternity leave.
At the family level
Inform your family and in-laws that you are pregnant. By getting closer to them, you will benefit from advice and recommendations that will be useful later.
At the personal level
During pregnancy, a woman may experience significant psychological and physical stress. The transformation of her body can sometimes cause doubts and anxieties. Don’t worry, all of this is natural. Take time to communicate with your baby and feel them, it will bring you moral well-being. Haptonomy is a gentle method that allows future parents to connect with their child through pressure applied to the woman’s belly. It can be practiced from four and a half months of pregnancy. It is also an opportunity to bring the father closer to his baby and to start this life as a family.
Practical tips
- During your pregnancy, spend time with your loved ones. It’s an opportunity to celebrate a baby shower with friends. You can have fun while discussing your pregnancy with others who have experienced the same or are going through it.
- Taking maternity leave well before delivery is an opportunity to take time for yourself and do things that couldn’t be done before. Enjoy cinema or spa sessions, long hours of reading, the only limits are your physical condition and your wallet!
- It is normal to feel tired in the last months of pregnancy. If possible, try to get permission to work from home a few days a week to avoid the commute.
- Similarly, it would be preferable to opt for online shopping instead of doing your own groceries. Otherwise, send your husband to the nearby supermarket with a list to avoid any forgetfulness.
- Sport is useful to stay in shape and avoid weight gain. However, eliminate any risk of injury by practicing it: brisk walking and jogging are popular choices, provided you wear good shoes that absorb shock and avoid rough terrain or hard surfaces. Swimming works all muscles and the water promotes blood circulation while reducing the risk of edema. You can also do pregnancy yoga, gentle gymnastics, or Pilates.
- Pregnancy is an important moment that should be experienced together. Don’t hesitate to include your husband in everything related to the baby, such as prenatal visits, ultrasounds, or decorating the baby’s room.
- Maintain a good lifestyle to preserve your health and the health of your baby. Cigarettes, alcohol, and insomnia are enemies of pregnancy. Also, be mindful of weight gain to avoid the risk of diabetes or hypertension. A rigorous diet is essential, and the role of your partner can be crucial in this regard.
Checklist
2nd and 3rd month
Go to the gynecologist for the first ultrasound between the 11th and 13th week following the start of your last period. The doctor sends a pregnancy declaration to the Health Insurance Fund, which returns a maternity booklet. It covers the 7 mandatory prenatal exams as well as one postnatal exam.
4th month
- Notify your employer of your condition by registered letter with acknowledgment of receipt so they can plan your replacement during your maternity leave. This formality also protects you from dismissal.
- Don’t forget to reserve your place at the maternity hospital where you will give birth.
5th month
Start attending childbirth preparation classes, especially since Social Security reimburses the first 8 sessions.
6th and 7th months
Prepare the baby’s room and start gathering all the essentials for the baby, such as clothes, bottles, and other childcare items.
8th month
- Prepare your bag and consider other people who could accompany you to the hospital if your husband cannot be available at the last moment.
- Make a list of the phone numbers of your relatives and a taxi company.
- See the maternity anesthetist to prepare for any eventuality.
- Send your work stoppage certificate to Social Security.
9th month
- Check if you have forgotten anything.
- Plan to bring a camera if the father insists on capturing the birth of the child.